Vintage HiFi Audio Forum
Audio Discussion => DIY => Topic started by: Slim-Shaddy on June 05, 2010, 12:04:20 PM
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I need someone to build me 2 subwoofer boxes to supplement bass on my porch. I would just go out and buy a couple car audio boxes, but they are all made out of MDF which acts like a sponge when exposed to moisture. I need the boxes made out of plywood and be either 1 cu ft sealed or 1.75 cu ft with a 14" long by 4" diameter port. If anyone has the ability and spare time to build these boxes for me or knows someone who can, please let me know.
Thanks,
Ed
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Ed,
Take a look at the sub box in my CL ad.
http://pittsburgh.craigslist.org/ele/1765231411.html (http://pittsburgh.craigslist.org/ele/1765231411.html)
It is made from high density plastic. Came out of my 1988 Chevy Silverado extended cab before I sold it. Fit under the rear 1/2 seat. Requires an amp and has 5-way connectors for the speaker wire. Contains a 10" MTX subwoofer.
The picture is showing the bottom side. Let me know if you are interested.
Scott
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Thanks for the reply bmw, but I already have the subs (Infinity Kappa Perfect 12.1) that I want to use. I want to have 2 of them in stereo. I am actually concerned that 2 won't be enough because of the fact that they will be in an outdoor setting, but it will be a starting point.
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That's a valid concern. Anechoic SPL < "In house" SPL.
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Rgpit? NATOE?
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I've always found the solution to be drink more beer and "TURN ER UP"!!!! :P :P :P
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Ed,
If I had more time I would certainly help. I do have tools though...if you wanna borrow them let me know.
I have a DeWalt circular saw, Bosch jigsaw, an old (but functional) Craftswman table saw, drills, bits, clamps, etc.
When do you need them by? 1 cu ft sounds a bit small for a sub though.
Augie
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Ed,
Unfortunately, I do not have time to build the boxes for you either, but...
As Augie stated before, 1 CF is probably too small... I'm guessing you got those values based on the "car environment?" Outside (pro audio) is a very different game... (even though you are using car subs)
One option would be to buy some sonotubes (Lowes or Home Depot) and cut the height to size for a circular sub. you would need an end cap on top and have the sub on the bottom... Then paint/water proof them... Probably the easiest (maybe best) option would be to make a bench seat incorporating the sub(s)?
If you posted some pics of where these subs were going, we could give you better options/ideas...
HTH...
George